Nursing Financial Aid Advisor - Tuition Benefit

Hondros College of Nursing; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reduction (100% tuition waiver

401(k) with employer matching

Life insurance and AD&D

Job summary

Hondros College of Nursing in Columbus, OH is seeking a Financial Aid Advisor to guide students and families through the financial aid process, explain aid options, and support enrollment decisions.

The role includes advising on budgets, loan repayment, and applying relevant policies, with a focus on accurate information and coordination with third-party processors. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Two years Finance, Regulatory, Higher Education experience or equivalent education and experience.
• Completed Bachelor’s degree is required.
• Knowledge of correct grammar, spelling and punctuation.
• Knowledge of office procedures and equipment.
• Knowledge of computers and appropriate software.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to interact diplomatically with a variety of individuals at various organizational levels.
• Ability to identify moderately complex administrative issues and problems and resolve or upscale to appropriate individual.
• Knowledge of basic accounting principles and practices.
• Knowledge of basic budgeting procedures.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of information.
• Aptitude for accuracy and detail.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to work on simultaneous projects at once.

Responsibilities

• Provide students and families with specific, clear, and accurate information regarding the financial aid process, each type of aid and additionally available resources.
• Review Financial Aid Policies with respect to enrollment & receipt of financial aid at Hondros College of Nursing, including but not limited to the College's Institutional Refund Policy, Cost of Attendance, the requirements for the treatment of Title IV, HEA Program Funds when related to withdraw (as prescribed under 34 C.F.R. 668.22), Satisfactory Academic Progress, Professional Judgement, and other aid altering occurrences.
• Advises students that Grants and Scholarships, provided by Federal, State, or third-party sources, are the most beneficial types of financial assistance available.
• Assist the College’s Third-Party Aid Processor, Global Financial Services, with resolving conflicting applicant information, verification related requirements, unusual enrollment history, applicant identity verification, etc. This includes maintaining and updating student financial aid records using institutional aid processing systems and federal aid processing systems.
• Using Financial Aid eligibility determinants, create, deliver, and update student payment plans.
• Create and deliver Truth-In-Lending Act information to students.
• Monitor student accounts to ensure timely payment of tuition and fees.
• Assist students with loan repayment options
• Communicate with external agencies to coordinate financial aid services.
• Collect and maintain student business office documents
• Collaborate with Campus Leadership on Financial Readiness of students to begin and maintain enrollment.
• Adhere to and maintain the College’s Bursar’s Policies and Procedures, along with documentation and best practices.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Discretion confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree

Associates degree

Two years experience in Finance/Regulatory/Higher Education

Tools

Office software

Financial aid processing systems

Job description

Hondros College of Nursing in Columbus, OH is seeking a Financial Aid Advisor to guide students and families through the financial aid process, explain aid options, and support enrollment decisions.

The role includes advising on budgets, loan repayment, and applying relevant policies, with a focus on accurate information and coordination with third-party processors. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.